Alia Chenoy

VR Education Pioneer | Building Immersive Learning Experiences

[iXR Labs @ixr_labs]

(1/3) "Old tools can't teach new minds."

A professor asked me why VR matters. My question: Would you teach coding on a typewriter? 🤔

Today's students think in 3D, learn through experience, & innovate naturally. #edtech #VR

[Alia Chenoy @AliaChenoy]

Wonder & transformation – that's what we're celebrating! ✨

From immersive learning to meaningful connections, here's to making every moment count.

Wishing you joy and peace this holiday season.

Merry Christmas from iXR Labs! 🎄

#EdTech #HappyHolidays #MerryChristmas

[Alia Chenoy @AliaChenoy]

The magic of the season is here! 🎅

Taking a moment to celebrate the simple joys and festive spirit that December brings.

Wishing you warmth, laughter, and happy memories with loved ones.

Merry Christmas from iXR Labs! 🎄

#MerryChristmas #Christmas #ChristmasEve

[Alia Chenoy @AliaChenoy]

This update makes the Quest 3 even more appealing. Especially for those who want to use VR for education, work and productivity. 💻 Who needs a $3500 headset when you can get most of the same functionality for $500? 🤔

#MetaQuest #VR #Productivity

[Alia Chenoy @AliaChenoy]

#Meta's HUGE update for the Quest 3 and 3S!

Better hand tracking? ✅
Easier PC pairing? ✅

They're seriously closing the gap with Apple Vision Pro... but at a fraction of the price. 😉

#MetaQuest #VR #Innovation

[Alia Chenoy @AliaChenoy]

The Vision Pro still has the edge in terms of raw power and features. But Meta is making some smart moves here. Making VR more accessible is key to mainstream adoption. 🔑

#Accessibility #VRforeveryone #TechForGood

[Alia Chenoy @AliaChenoy]

@BARAKAT_Sultan @UofGlasgow @BritishCouncil @UniversitiesUK @HumzaYousaf @HBKU @PolicyCollege @UofGCOO @Savo_Heleta @AlAzharUniv @fobzu @QF @EAA_Foundation @alison_phipps Kudos @UofGlasgow, for taking the lead on this crucial initiative.

[Alia Chenoy @AliaChenoy]

@LTAcademyCU @nanzhang This is a great reminder for all educators! How are you making your teaching materials more accessible? Let's share ideas! #Accessibility #HigherEd #BestPractices

[Alia Chenoy @AliaChenoy]

@KimWrites4U 🙌 Yesss! This is amazing! Representation matters, and Nafees is doing incredible work to inspire the next generation.

[Alia Chenoy @AliaChenoy]

Ever wanted to take apart a jet engine?

Not in a textbook. Not in a video. But with your own hands.

Our most requested #VR content just dropped. For free. Download now on Quest Store: https://t.co/7k2FQ8PSFH

#freevrapps #metaapps #vrapps #jetengine #engineering #highered

[Alia Chenoy @AliaChenoy]

85% of institutions are investing in tech, yet many still teach the old way. What if VR could finally align our methods with our tools?

#EdTech #Innovation #FutureOfLearning

[Alia Chenoy @AliaChenoy]

Start small. Scale what works.
That's how real change happens.

The future of education isn't coming. It's here. We're just choosing to ignore it.

Time to evolve or become irrelevant.

#HigherEd

[Alia Chenoy @AliaChenoy]

3 hard truths about #education that nobody's talking about:

A thread on why #universities are bleeding money while students fall behind

[Alia Chenoy @AliaChenoy]

VR solves all three problems:

Cuts costs dramatically
Engages students naturally
Builds practical skills daily

[Alia Chenoy @AliaChenoy]

The wild part? Solutions exist RIGHT NOW:

60% cost reduction
Unlimited experiments
24/7 hands-on practice

But universities keep:

Restricting lab access
Teaching pure theory
Buying more expensive equipment

[Alia Chenoy @AliaChenoy]

3. Industry isn't waiting
Every job needs hands-on skills
Research demands practical experience

Global collaboration is the norm
Meanwhile universities: 'Here's another PowerPoint'

[Alia Chenoy @AliaChenoy]

2. Students aren't buying it anymore - 75% want interactive learning

Traditional methods = zero engagement
Information retention falling off a cliff

They're paying 2024 prices for 1980s education

[Alia Chenoy @AliaChenoy]

1. Traditional labs are a money pit

Maintenance costs exploding
Equipment constantly breaking
Safety incidents up year over year

Yet we keep throwing money at the problem

[Alia Chenoy @AliaChenoy]

We switched from: 'Learn to think deeply' to 'Memorize this for the exam'

And somehow called it progress?

The greatest minds in history weren't shaped by multiple choice tests. T

hey were shaped by learning how to think 🧠

#rethinklearning #highereducation

[The Culturist @the_culturist_]

Why is university education today so broken?

In the Middle Ages, it was profoundly different — it wasn't about acquiring skills, but about thinking.

By teaching you the 7 liberal arts... (thread) 🧵

[Alia Chenoy @AliaChenoy]

@ShanghaiRanking Congratulations all!